HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING

Occupational First Aid QQI Level 5

Course AimThis 3 day course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge, practical skills and understanding required to provide and co-ordinate first aid in the work-place in compliance with the requirements of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act (General Application) Regulations 2007: Part 7, Chapter 2: first Aid and the associated guide to those regulations. The course will ensure that employees in the workplace are aware of First Aid facilities and arrangements and to provide a recognized Occupational First Aid workplace system.

Who should apply?

Anyone interested in becoming an Occupational First Aiders in the workplace. Successful participants are certified as Occupational First Aiders in accordance with current Health & Safety Legislation.

Course ContentThe course will provide you with a comprehensive knowledge and skills of Occupational First Aid.It includes:

Introduction

Assessment, Accident Scene Management

Traumatic stress

Circulation, Wounds and Bleeding

Respiration

C.P.R. & A.E.D. Training

Unconsciousness

Fractures, Sprains, Strains and dislocations

Medical Emergencies, Crush and Spinal Injuries

Burns and Scalds, Chemical/poisons, Electric Shock

Onsite TrainingWe can come to you - wherever you are with workshops and training sessions tailored to your specific needs.